Lover Come Back
1961, English. Directed by Delbert Mann.
A riotous new twist in the art of gentle persuasion!
Jerry Webster and Carol Templeton are rival Madison Avenue advertising executives who each dislike each other’s methods. After he steals a client out from under her cute little nose, revenge prompts her to infiltrate his secret "VIP" campaign in order to persuade the mystery product’s scientist to switch to her firm.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
7.0/10 from 179 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Lover Come Back isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Delbert MannDirector
- Rock HudsonJerry Webster
- Doris DayCarol Templeton
- Tony RandallPeter 'Pete' Ramsey
- Edie AdamsRebel Davis
- Jack OakieJ. Paxton Miller
- Jack KruschenDoctor Linus Tyler
- Ann B. DavisMillie, Carol's Secretary
- Joe FlynnHadley
- Howard St. JohnMr. John Brackett
- Karen NorrisKelly, Jerry's Secretary
- Jack AlbertsonFred
- Charles WattsCharlie
Details
- Released
- 20 December 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Henning, Stanley Shapiro
- Box office
- $17M
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Lover Come Back: quick answers
Is Lover Come Back worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 7.0/10 from 179 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Lover Come Back?
Lover Come Back runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Lover Come Back have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Lover Come Back. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Lover Come Back parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lover Come Back is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Lover Come Back on?
Lover Come Back isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lover Come Back?
If you liked Lover Come Back, try Pillow Talk, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Let's Make Love.
Who directed Lover Come Back?
Lover Come Back (1961) was directed by Delbert Mann and stars Rock Hudson, Doris Day, Tony Randall.